Author Question: Examine the leaflet titled Effects of the Fugitive-Slave-Law that appears in Chapter 10. What ... (Read 47 times)

Starlight · **on:** Aug 9, 2018

Examine the leaflet titled Effects of the Fugitive-Slave-Law that appears in Chapter 10. What elements of the image indicate the viewpoint of the image-maker?

A) Four black men are shown, indicating black support for fugitive laws.
B) A group of slave-catchers are shown in the background, indicating support for fugitive laws.
C) The wooded terrain and agricultural fields of the setting indicate disagreement with fugitive laws.
D) A group of black men flees slave-catchers, indicating disagreement with fugitive laws.

Question 2

Examine the pamphlet that depicts the trial and return of Anthony Burns to slavery. Why is Burns shown in professional clothing in the center image?

A) to emphasize his support of slavery
B) to reveal his presidential aspirations
C) to call attention to the superiority of blacks over whites
D) to emphasize his dignity and success as a free man